AUBURN — Curbside Christmas tree collections were another victim of the city’s budget ax this year. Auburn residents can take their Christmas trees to three locations around the city to dispose of them, but the city will not collect the trees with trash. City Manager Glenn Aho said curbside tree collections cost about as much […]
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Auburn city offices to reduce hours
AUBURN — Opening early on Monday mornings doesn’t help the city run more efficiently if there’s nobody available to answer the phones, City Manager Glenn Aho said. Beginning Monday, Auburn’s municipal offices will open at 8 a.m. daily and close at 4:30 p.m. Before, city offices opened at 7 a.m. and closed at 5:30 p.m. […]
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Financially friendly tips for the holidays
To many, the holidays are a time for being with family and friends. Whether it’s gift giving or hosting a holiday party, many people find themselves reaching deep into their pockets to make the holidays truly great. Use these holiday tips to create a cheerful time that won’t break the bank. Set a budget A […]
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Stretching your first-Christmas decorating dollar
Stores may have begun decking their halls in early September, but for most of us, the holidays don’t really start until we begin Christmas decorating our own homes. (For me, that sometimes means Dec. 24) Decorations at Christmas can mean everything from hanging a simple wreath on your door to covering every surface — inside […]
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On a budget: Create festive trees for less
Hosts and hostesses celebrating Christmas often find that Christmas trees are the focal point of a well-decorated home. And it’s easy to create a beautiful and fun Christmas tree, while saving enough money for presents. First, you’ll need a Christmas tree. To get more tree for your money, consider an artificial tree. They are available […]
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Wallet-friendly gift ideas
Even if you have tons of holiday spirit, you may not always have tons of cash. Here are a few wallet-friendly tips for giving thoughtful gifts on a budget: Use photos. For friends and loved ones, framed photos or photo-filled gifts are always sweet. They remind everyone of good times had and good times to […]
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Money saving advice for holiday shopping
With the holiday season around the corner and the economic forecast still uncertain, many shoppers will be pinching pennies during the 2010 shopping season. But with a bit of planning and a few financial tips, shoppers can survive the season by spending wisely and avoiding debt. When it comes to shopping for kids, Kayt DeMerchant, […]
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Budget-friendly holiday baking tips and recipes
Holiday baking is a tradition for many families, as well as an inexpensive, thoughtful gift. Save money on all your baking and cooking by planning ahead. * Bake in bulk. Rather than making cookies for one friend, bread for another and fudge for co-workers, make one baked good for everyone on your list. You’ll save […]
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Nurses create special yet affordable holidays with TLC
For LuAnn Levitre, a nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, Christmas is a year-round event that begins right after the holiday. “I keep an eye on things as the price goes down, down, down,” she said. “I wait until it’s 75% off. I get placemats, jingle bells, napkin rings, decorations… reduced down to almost […]
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Budget-conscious tips for the holiday shopper and host
My parents, who grew up during the Great Depression, were thrifty but festive during the holidays. My mother spread the newspaper on the clean floor of our garage and lightly sprayed a can of gold paint over the pages. This became our Christmas wrapping paper. She tied her packages with a red ribbon and added […]